Le Present (Present Tense) Conjugation of the French Verb boulocher

Introduction to the verb boulocher

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The English translation of the French verb “boulocher” is “to pill/bobble.” The infinitive form of “boulocher” is pronounced as “boo-loh-shay.”

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Language Origin: The word “boulocher” comes from the noun “boule,” meaning “ball” or “round object.” It is derived from the Old French word “bolle,” which has its roots in the Latin word “bulla” (round swelling).

Usage Examples:

Mon vieux pull bouloche beaucoup. (My old sweater pills a lot.)
Il faut éviter de passer la tondeuse sur ce tissu, sinon ça bouloche. (You should avoid mowing this fabric, otherwise it will bobble.)
Cette écharpe est de mauvaise qualité, elle bouloche dès les premiers jours. (This scarf is of poor quality, it pills from the first days.)

Please note that while “boulocher” is not an extremely common verb, it is still used in everyday French to describe the formation of small balls or bobbles on fabric or other surfaces.

Boulocher – About the French Present Tense

The French present tense, also known as “le présent,” is used to describe actions that are happening at the moment of speaking or for actions that are habitual, general truths, or that will occur in the near future. It’s the most basic and common tense in French.

To take a deep dive into all the French tenses then see our article on Mastering French Tense Conjugation.

Common Everyday Usage Patterns For Le Present

1. Describing Actions in the Present: The present tense is used to describe actions happening right now or at the moment of speaking. For example: “Je parle avec mon ami” (I am talking to my friend).

2. Expressing Habits and Routines: The present tense is used to talk about habitual actions or routines. For example: “Je travaille tous les jours” (I work every day).

3. Stating General Truths: The present tense is used to express general truths or facts. For example: “La Terre tourne autour du soleil” (The Earth orbits around the sun).

4. Talking about Near Future: The present tense can be used to express future actions that are very imminent or part of a planned schedule. For example: “Je pars demain matin” (I am leaving tomorrow morning).

Interactions with Other Tenses

– Present vs. Future Tense: In some cases, the French present tense can be used to express the future when the context makes it clear that the action is imminent. However, for actions further in the future or less certain, the future tense is typically used.

– Present vs. Past Tenses: To describe actions that occurred in the past, you would use the past tenses like the passé composé (compound past) or the imparfait (imperfect). The choice between these past tenses depends on the specific aspect and circumstances of the past action.

– Present vs. Conditional Tense: The conditional tense is used to express actions that are dependent on a condition. If a condition is met, the action may happen. The present tense is used for actions in the present, while the conditional is used for hypothetical or future actions based on conditions.

– Present vs. Imperative: The imperative mood is used to give commands or make requests. The present tense is used for general statements, and the imperative is used for direct orders or requests.

Understanding the French present tense and its interactions with other tenses is crucial for effective communication in French. Without it, you cannot become proficient!

Table of the Present Tense Conjugation of boulocher

Pronoun	Conjugation	Short Example	English Translation
Je	je bouloche	Je bouloche mon pull.	I’m pilling my sweater.
Tu	tu bouloches	Tu bouloches ton écharpe.	You’re pilling your scarf.
Il	il bouloche	Il bouloche son bonnet.	He’s pilling his hat.
Elle	elle bouloche	Elle bouloche sa veste.	She’s pilling her jacket.
On	on bouloche	On bouloche nos chaussettes.	We’re pilling our socks.
Nous	nous boulochons	Nous boulochons nos gants.	We’re pilling our gloves.
Vous	vous boulochez	Vous boulochez votre couette.	You’re pilling your comforter.
Ils	ils boulochent	Ils boulochent leur coussin.	They’re pilling their cushion.
Elles	elles boulochent	Elles boulochent leur tapis.	They’re pilling their rug.